Principal or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3) or Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4) to join our team. This position will be located on-site daily in San Diego, CA, El Segundo, CA, or Palmdale, CA. Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommuting working options.

Responsibilities

Under general direction, this Program Control Analyst will interface with program managers, functional management, and sometimes cost account managers (CAMs) to provide financial and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. The candidate will have experience with Earned Value and performance measurement baseline concepts.

• Establishment of Work Breakdown Structure for execution of budgeted cost of work scheduled
• Assessment and maintenance of objective performance criteria
• Maintenance and justifications of estimates to complete
• Support to internal and external reporting requirements for variance analysis
• Budget baseline
• Funding analysis
• Cost risk analysis/assessment and visibility reports
• Preparation of government cost performance reports and preparation
• Review of performance measurement variance analysis
• Development and analysis of estimates to complete
• Participate in the standard EVMS rhythm
• Prepare month-end reports
• Review EAC changes; validate the incorporation of changes into the EVMS system in order to maintain Major Subcontract/GP cost and schedule baselines
• Assist analysts supporting CAMs for EVMS activities including: WBS alignment, time phasing of the tasks, developing and documenting earned value methodologies, monthly performance measurement, estimate to complete analysis and updates, and variance analysis research and reporting
• Support monthly cost and schedule reviews, identify pressures and opportunities, and develop recovery plans as required

Basic Qualifications for Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 3)

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or industry related field OR Master's degree with 3 years experience in Business Management, finance, accounting, or related field
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have experience with Business systems (such as SAP, Cobra, etc.)
• Must have financial forecasting experience with EVMS and government cost reporting

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst (Level 4)

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or industry related field OR Master's degree with 6 years experience in Business Management, finance, accounting, or related field
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have experience with Business systems (such as SAP, Cobra, etc.)
• Must have financial forecasting experience with EVMS and government cost reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the AOP (annual operating plan) and LRSP (long range strategic plan) processes
• Understanding of US Government procurement and contracting, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR
• Candidate has the ability to identify issues and problems across multiple contracts and make recommendations to management for resolution of mitigation

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

Travel required: Yes, 10% of the Time. This position offers a 9/80 schedule.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• 401K matching program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Phenomenal learning opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• Friendly team environment
• Inclusive, family environment
• Excellent work/life balance